** Shares of International Graphite IG6.AX rise as much as 4.8% to A$0.065, their steepest rise since December 3
** The graphite explorer signs a non-binding letter of intent with Alkeemia for the latter to provide toll treatment graphite purification services
** Stock is up 30% YTD, including the session's moves
(Reporting by Anjali Singh in Bengaluru)
((anjali.singh2@thomsonreuters.com))